Safeguarding Children Workshop (SC)
If you would like to attend a Safeguarding Children workshop simply contact your local County FA and ask to speak with the County Welfare Officer. They will be able to tell you where and when the next courses are. Alternatively look on their website as many list courses available here.
The Safeguarding Children three-hour workshop covers the following:
- Why football needs to safeguard children
- Best practice in football
- Signs and indicators of abuse and poor practice
- Action to take if you have concerns about the welfare of a young person
- Your relationship and behaviour towards young players
Welfare Officer Workshop (WOW)
This workshop is only for those who have taken on the role of Welfare Officer for their club or league. Please note - you must have completed the Safeguarding Children Workshop before you can attend this workshop. It is important that you have an understanding of what safeguarding in football means before you attend the WOW.
The three-hour Welfare Officer Workshop covers the following:
- The role of the welfare officer and the safeguarding children network
- Resources and support available including the Online Safeguarding Children Service
- Key safeguarding legislation
- Statutory agencies and role of The FA
- Making referrals and dealing with poor practice
- Action planning and creating an aware club/league
